<aside> ☝ Termination Reasons Include:

• Failure to request Program Extension (auto-termination)
• Failure to maintain active full-time enrollment
• Failure to make “satisfactory academic progress”
• Working without authorization
• Violation of any local, state, or federal law

Do not let this happen. This leaves a permanent, negative mark on your immigration record complicating travel and visa renewals in the future. If you go “out of status,” inform ISS immediately to discuss your options for regaining status.

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<aside> ☝ Tips for Staying in Status:

• Make sure you understand the rules and requirements of maintain your status! Take ownership of your immigration status!
• READ YOUR EMAILS FROM ISS! Communicate with ISS & respond to requests!
• Be proactive! Plan Ahead!
• Update your contact information in myHilltop
• Attend your classes!
• Identify yourself as F-1/J-1 when speaking with Success Coach, Faculty, and Staff </aside>

<aside> ☝ Top Five Immigration Requirements:

1. Deadlines/requirements (e.g., I-94 should state “F-1” after each entry with the F-1 visa)
2. Immigration documents that CANNOT expire (e.g., passport and I-20 travel signature)
3. Personal information reporting (e.g., Update address/phone within 10 days of change)
4. Actions that result in termination (e.g., excessive online enrollment)
5. Acceptable employment (e.g., not working more than 20/week in the Fall and Spring semesters) </aside>

<aside> 🚨 Disclaimer: The ISS staff will provide regulatory and practice information related to F and J status, as it stands at the time of the consult. Regulatory content is designed for SEU students, and is not intended to constitute legal advice and is not a substitute for legal counsel.

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